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It has been well documented in the past few months that the quality of silage is well back on average through out the country.  One of the main issues appears to be the low levels of protein.  Now is the time to compensate for lack of protein in silage, with...

They say that information is power and never has this been more true than today. As the winter season is upon us, forage stocks are critically low and of much lower quality than in previous years. There is a lot of talk about the shortage of fodder and many farmers...

In today’s world we often hear about traceability in Food and how important it is. As part of Irish agricultures constant improvement and search for excellence we have a major role to play in ensuring traceability through the Animal Feed part of the Food Chain. Here at John O’Connell’s when...

With winter well and truly upon us this year. Many Farmers efforts and continuing milking have hit a wall and the tough decision to dry off has to be made. Those lucky enough to have some good silage are still managing to continue on milking by feeding high protein feeds....

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